Stunning Beauty Madiva: A Flowery Delight Surprises All
A Captivating Discovery: The Schönaster Madiva
By Claudia von Duehren
During a summer visit to Munich last year, I came across an alluring plant blooming extravagantly. Initially, I presumed it to be an aster, yet its unusual blooming time piqued my curiosity. After a thorough online search, I identified the plant: the Schönaster Madiva.
While it shares the daisy-like flowers with asters, it is not one. Since my discovery, I've procured a Madiva from the Royal Horticultural Academy, where it graces a table labeled "Stars." One cannot help but wonder why it's there. However, Madiva is far from being a diva...
The Schönaster is renowned for its prolonged flowering season, extending from late June to September, and its effortless care requirements. Its sturdy stems, standing tall at 50 to 80 cm, are a testament to its resilience.
A Bee's Delight: Schönaster Madiva
The plant thrives in either a sunny or partially shaded location. The Schönaster is available in two variants: white and light blue. It has minimal soil requirements and does not necessarily need fertilizers. It demonstrates admirable resistance to drought conditions.
Its attractive blooms are a beacon for bees but ignore slugs. Additionally, it displays resistance to powdery mildew. One might say that Madiva is almost the ultimate multi-purpose perennial...
Follow B.Z.'s garden influencer on Instagram @smallberlingarden
In gardening, perennials often need specific attention to flourish. While the Schönaster Madiva remains elusive in many databases, I can offer general care guidelines for such plants:
Blooming Season
Perennials typically have a defined blooming period, ranging from early spring to late summer or fall, depending on the type and climate conditions.
Favorable Location
Most perennials thrive in well-draining soil and require full sun or partial shade based on the plant type. Some perennials perform best in moist conditions, while others are drought-tolerant.
Resistance to Pests and Diseases
Perennials can be vulnerable to pests such as aphids and slugs and diseases like powdery mildew and root rot. Regular maintenance and using organic or chemical treatments when necessary can help protect your plants.
Additional Care
- Watering: Water perennials judiciously, avoiding overwatering that could lead to root rot.
- Fertilization: Fertilize perennials annually with a balanced fertilizer to foster healthy growth and blooming.
- Pruning: Prune perennials after they finish blooming to maintain their shape and promote new growth.
- Division: Divide perennials every few years to maintain their vitality.
If you have more information about the Schönaster Madiva, consult a local nursery or gardening expert for tailored care instructions.
- The Schönaster Madiva, an alluring perennial, blooms from late June to September, making it a bee's delight due to its attractive blooms and resistance to slugs.
- When caring for perennials like the Schönaster Madiva, it's important to consider their favorable location, favorable blooming season, and resistance to pests and diseases, along with regular watering, fertilization, pruning, and division for their continued health and growth.
